DC Comics, publisher of the original Batman comic strip, filed a lawsuit against the manufacturer and seller of vehicle modification kits that allow a consumer to create his or her own "Batmobile." The original Batmobile (pictured on the right) was an integral part of the 1960s television series based upon the DC comic books. "Gotham Garage" sold kits allowing consumers to build and own a replica of the iconic Batmobile. DC Comics sued, alleging that the replicas infringe upon their copyright to the Batmobile.